Ferrari 488 Spider RWD vs Lexus ES 350 F Sport FWD

The potent engineering of the Ferrari 488 Spider RWD allows its 3.9-liter twin-turbocharged V8 to generate a robust 661 hp and 561 lb-ft of torque. In contrast, the Lexus ES 350 F Sport FWD's standard 3.5-liter V6 engine produces 302 hp and 267 lb-ft of torque. The Ferrari, with its curb weight of 3,362 pounds, is lighter than the Lexus, which stands at 3,649 pounds. These metrics emphasize the different performance personalities inherent to each model.

The Ferrari 488 Spider RWD shines with its 3.9-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine, matched to a seven-speed automated manual transmission, propelling it with rear-wheel drive. This setup flings the car from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.0 seconds—demonstrating its potency. In comparison, the Lexus ES 350 F Sport FWD is equipped with a standard 3.5-liter V6 engine coupled with an eight-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, achieving a 0 to 60 mph time of an estimated 6.6 seconds.

The dimensions further illustrate the distinct identities of these vehicles. The Ferrari 488 Spider RWD measures 179.8 inches in length and sports a 104.3-inch wheelbase, embodying the compact proportions of a true sports car. Conversely, the Lexus ES 350 F Sport FWD stretches to 195.9 inches in length with a longer 113-inch wheelbase, characteristic of a mid-sized luxury sedan. The Ferrari is 76.9 inches wide, compared to Lexus's 73.4 inches and sits between 55.8 and 56.5 inches in height, as opposed to the 56.9 inches height for the Lexus.